title: Subcutaneous emphysema as a complication of tonsillectomy.
abstract: Subcutaneous emphysema occurs when air is introduced into the tissues. This can happen as a complication during, or immediately after surgery. It has rarely been described after tonsillectomy. Definitive treatment will depend on the cause. We report two cases of subcutaneous emphysema following tonsillectomy.
authors.affiliation: Department of Otolaryngology, Belfast City Hospital Trust, Northern Ireland.
authors.forename: S M
authors.initials: SM
authors.lastname: Hampton
authors.forename: M J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Cinnamond
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D013352:Subcutaneous Emphysema / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology*; D014068:Tonsillectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents